August 2023

You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Get My Home Ready for Back-to-School? Summer is nature’s way of giving us permission to skimp on daily chores. Isn’t that how the saying goes? Between vacations and beach days, summer camp and happy hour outdoors, it’s easier–and more fun!--to let the everyday tasks of homeownership take a back seat. But if you’re like us here at Calcagni Real Estate, come...

We would like to introduce another new agent in our Wallingford office: Howard Wettreich. Having called Connecticut home for most of his life, Howard has a strong background in Connecticut real estate and residential appraising. As a Certified Residential Appraiser, Howard's transition to real estate was a natural fit. He is taking his knowledge of appraisals to the real estate arena with great enthusiasm...

You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Protect My Home From Heavy Rains? You’ve probably noticed that our rain storms in Connecticut have become more powerful, dumping a large amount of rain in a short amount of time–and that can lead to flash floods, leaky basements, and water damage in your home. As we head into autumn with indicators pointing to a strong season for hurricanes and tropical storms, we here at...

We are pleased to announce that Jake O'Reardon has joined our Wallingford Office. Jake is a lifelong Wallingford resident who enjoys connecting with everyone he meets. As a Realtor, Jake looks forward to showcasing his marketing skills to assist his clients on their real estate journey. If you are ready to begin searching for the perfect house or are seeking advice on selling your home, Jake is ready to...

You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Know It’s Time to Downsize? Your Connecticut home has served you well over the years. You’ve made countless memories within those walls and made seemingly endless improvements both large and small to make your abode yours—but lately, you’re wondering if perhaps there isn’t an easier way of living in your future. If you’ve been mulling over whether or not a smaller...

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to REALTOR Martha Ruiz, who has recently joined the Calcagni Team. Martha has happily called Connecticut home for 20 years. She loves living in Wallingford, where she enjoys visiting the library and many other businesses in town. When asked why she chose real estate, Martha responded, "I love a career where I can help people, and finding someone a place to...

You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Make My Home More Climate-Safe? Soaring temps, skyrocketing energy bills, storms that deliver a month’s worth of rain: Climate change is bringing rapid shifts to the doorsteps of our Connecticut homes, but you can take some simple steps to make your home more climate-safe. Here are our favorites–and rest assured, some of them don’t cost a thing (and may save you money,...

You Ask, We Answer: What Is an Eco-Friendly Yard? This summer has been a scorcher, and with so much focus on climate change, it’s no wonder more of us are considering what we can do to make a difference. Creating an eco-friendly yard is a great place to start, but it doesn’t have to mean starting from scratch. Whether you implement one of the ideas below or all of them, taking the time to allow them...